UAE: Want to avoid wasting food this Ramadan? 7 ways have a sustainable holy month

  • Date: 27-Mar-2023
  • Source: Khaleej Times
  • Sector:Agriculture
  • Country:UAE
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UAE: Want to avoid wasting food this Ramadan? 7 ways have a sustainable holy month

Food wastage during this time poses a serious threat to the planet; medical experts share pointers on how to observe it responsibly

Published: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 3:20 PM Last updated: Mon 27 Mar 2023, 3:44 PM

The UAE is marking 2023 as the ‘Year of Sustainability’ under the theme ‘Today for Tomorrow’. Food wastage during the holy month poses a serious threat to sustainability. Medical experts shared with Khaleej Times some tips to observe Ramadan in a more sustainable manner and create a positive impact on the planet.

Salam Sagheer, dietician, Abu Dhabi’s Burjeel Medical City, noted that Muslims must make a concerted effort to encourage and embrace ‘green’ and eco-friendly practices.

“Ramadan presents the perfect opportunity to recharge our spiritual batteries for the year. It is a time to seek forgiveness for our misgivings and reflect upon the signs of creation from Allah. As Muslims, we have a duty as stewards over this planet, and it is our responsibility to ensure that the resources and environment are used in a sustainable manner. We have become more extravagant in terms of using food and resources during Ramadan.”

Dr Mustafa Saif, specialist internal medicine, Aster Hospital, Mankhool, highlighted that there is no better occasion than